Public Commentary

Fairness Doctrine is unfair and violates free speech

by Dr. Yaron Brook

Senator John Kerry joined other Democratic lawmakers in calling for the return of the Fairness Doctrine, which demands that television and radio broadcasters give a balanced presentation of all sides of controversial issues. The Fairness Doctrine is a violation of broadcasters' right to free speech. Broadcasters should not be forced to promote ideas they may disagree with.

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